Meet us in Arendal in August
Researchers from Vestlandsforsking will be represented at Arendalsuka, the largest political gathering in Norway. This year, we present a wide range of events highliting important issues and dilemmas related to nature, inclusion in the twin green and digital shift, climate risk, and local social development. We invite partners, decision-makers, and all interested parties to meet us for talks and discussions in Arendal.
The gathering takes place from August 10 to 14 in the city of Arendal in Agder. This year we have six events of our own, and several researchers from Western Norway Research Institute (Vestlandsforsking) take part in several other events. Take a look at our list of talks and debates! Here is some basic info on Arendalsveka.
Where does municipality-Norway stand after 20 years of climate adaptation? Launch of the climate risk ranking 2026
How far have Norwegian municipalities come in their work on climate adaptation? In this event, the new climate risk ranking is presented, and we discuss what the findings say about the status and further needs. Vestlandsforsking contributes with research-based knowledge on how municipalities can strengthen their work in addressing climate change.
Inclusive working life in the green and digital shift
The green and digital shift creates new opportunities, but also challenges for working life. How do we ensure that the transition is inclusive? Vestlandsforsking participated in the conversation about how expertise, technology and policy can contribute to a more fair and inclusive working life.
Is Norwegian land use policy fair?
Land use is a central issue in the face of both natural crises and climate challenges. In this event, we discuss the justice aspect of land use in Norwegian land policy – who wins and who loses when land is distributed? Vestlandsforsking contributes with perspectives from research on sustainable land use management.
Big ships to small villages – how can villages be left with greater income?
Cruise traffic and tourism provide both opportunities and challenges for small local communities. How can we ensure that value creation benefits local communities? Vestlandsforsking invites you to a sofa conversation where we take stock of the knowledge needed to ensure that cruise tourism can take place in a more gentle and sustainable manner.
Climate change and nature in Norway - more than just worse skiing
Climate change affects both nature and society in many ways. In this event, we look beyond the most visible effects and discuss what the changes mean - and what we can do. Vestlandsforsking contributes with research into climate and nature changes and adaptation strategies.
Words that hurt – how can we counteract digital violence and cyberbullying?
Cyberbullying and digital violence are a growing social problem. How can we understand and counteract this? Vestlandsforsking participated in the discussion with knowledge about how hate speech degenerates online and what we can do to counteract this.
I tillegg til arrangementa ovanfor, vil forskarar frå Vestlandsforsking også vere å finne i fleire spennande diskusjonar under Arendalsveka:
Vi ser fram til gode samtalar, nye møte og viktige diskusjonar under Arendalsveka 2026!
